With the goal to create a covenant to better serve the people of our communities in their relationship with Christ, this group has reached the place in their work where they need the input and thoughts of all the people of St Andrews Parish and St Benedict Parish.
There will be several chances for parishioners to view, listen, dialogue and contribute to the covenant. Please choose one of these dates to attend a listening and dialogue session. Read more…
Read MoreThe Tower Arts recital Series will begin on November 6th with the talented pianist, Yuri Tanaka. Come and immerse yourself in the beautiful music of Chopin.
Saint Benedict Church beginning at 4:00pm.
Free Will Donation to Support Saint Ben’s Music Program
Yuri Tanaka began playing the piano at the age of four. She studied under Keiko Hagimori and Takeshi Ohkubo at Yamaha Music School, learning composition and improvisation in addition to piano. At the age of fifteen, Tanaka performed with the Japan Philharmonic Orchestra in Tokyo.
Read MoreAll Saints’ Day Mass on November 1st at 7:00pm
All Souls’ Day Mass on November 2nd at 7:00pm
We will remember all of our faithfully departed Brothers and Sisters during the month of November. Parishioners are asked to bring pictures of deceased loved ones to place on tables throughout our church. Read more…
Read MoreWith the goal to create a covenant to better serve the people of our communities in their relationship with Christ, this group has reached the place in their work where they need the input and thoughts of all the people of St Andrews Parish and St Benedict Parish.
There will be several chances for parishioners to view, listen, dialogue and contribute to the covenant. Please choose one of these dates to attend a listening and dialogue session. Read more…
Read MoreOn the Feast of All SOULS DAY, we gather together at Mass and pray for all our deceased loved ones. We especially remember all those who have gone home to the Lord this past year.
The feast of All Souls Mass will begin at 7:00pm on November 2nd. All are invited
Read MoreRepresent your favorite Saint in the Saint Parade at the 10:00 Mass on October 30th. All are invited to dress as a saint.
Read MoreFind out about the upcoming Pops Concert and how your voice can beautify this event.
Read MoreFind out more about our first ever, TRUNK AND TREAT hosted by Youth Ministry and the Dads Group. All are welcome to dress in costume. Teens and Trunks needed, find out more…
Read MoreIf you’re thinking of singing in the parish choir we have good news.
POSITIONS are OPEN –Parish Choir - members: soprano, alto, tenor and bass singers…
Read MoreAll are invited to attend the Prayer Service or Survivors of Residential Schools and their Families on September 18th at 4:00pm in St Benedict Church.
Read MoreIf you’re thinking of singing in the parish choir we have good news.
POSITIONS are OPEN –Parish Choir - members: soprano, alto, tenor and bass singers.
PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS – Must be able to carry light and beautiful musical notes part way across the church. Must have a sense of humor.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED – Must have sung, hummed or whistled a tune in the bathtub or shower.
HOURS – 7:00pm - 8:30pm on Wednesday evenings (beginning September 7th and thereafter) and 9:15am Sunday mornings in the Church choir area to prepare for the 10:00am mass. Rehearsals take place in the church. Enter the main doors on Irving Park Road. …read more
Read MoreThe gardens around St Benedict parish were dedicated to Anne and Bruce Hunt on August 28th, 2022. …read more
Read MoreAll are welcome. Stop by after the 10:00AM Mass on August 28th.
Read MoreIf you’re thinking of singing in the parish choir we have good news.
POSITIONS are OPEN –Parish Choir - members: soprano, alto, tenor and bass singers.
PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS – Must be able to carry light and beautiful musical notes part way across the church. Must have a sense of humor.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED – Must have sung, hummed or whistled a tune in the bathtub or shower.
HOURS – 7:00pm - 8:30pm on Wednesday evenings (beginning September 7th and thereafter) and 9:15am Sunday mornings in the Church choir area to prepare for the 10:00am mass. Rehearsals take place in the church. Enter the main doors on Irving Park Road. …read more
Read MoreWe sang, we danced, we made crafts but most importantly we were all reminded of God’s Monumental Love for us. Thank you to our amazing Youth Leaders for their preparation and their guidance of our small groups throughout the week. Thank you to; Alex, Charlie, Clayton, Ethan, Grace, Grace, Henry, Jonny, Katherine, Kevin, Kieran, Mary, Reed and Reagan. Thank you to Ms. Nancy Uczen for her calming presence and attention to details. Check out our pictures.
Read MoreLast week 11 young people and I spent 15 hours serving the community of St Ben’s. These young people gathered for 4 hours for 4 days. We cleaned the church and worked in the school using our gifts of enthusiasm, energy and strength. We talked about the corporal and spiritual works of mercy before we made lunches and cookies for the St Ben’s lunch program and we visited Feed My Starving Children in Schaumburg to help feed those who are hungry in our world. I’m proud of the work they did and their commitment to using their gifts and time, to make a difference.
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